Totem Gallery, Sandton

This passion for African art has been the driving force in Vittorino’s life, bringing him to South Africa from his home town in Mirano, Italy. Over the years he has made almost eighty trips into Africa, many of which were with his son, Andrea, who is involved in a consulting capacity at Totem. West Africa has been the area travelled most. He has collected a vast personal collection, and has stocked his galleries with high quality, authentic African art – many bought from the tribes themselves and others bought through his vast array of trusted merchant friends from the cities.
Through the years Totem has built up a highly professional team; our staff has many years of experience, some having been involved for over 35 years. We equipped our own workshop where we manufacture stands for our objects. We also offer a professional crating facility, and have had a long relationship with reliable, accredited shipping companies. Our gallery managers are knowledgeable in this field and complete this small team of dedicated workers and lovers of art that make up Totem Galleries.